Woodpecker Court
URN: 147958 • Dover CT15 4BF
Overview
- Name
- Woodpecker Court
- URN
- 147958
- Type
- Special post 16 institution
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dominic Meehan (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01304830958
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Woodpecker Court, 45 Wigmore Lane, Dover CT15 4BF
Summary
Woodpecker Court is a Special Post 16 institution located in Dover, Kent, dedicated to supporting students who may find traditional educational paths challenging. Founded in 2015, the school has grown significantly, achieving an Ofsted Outstanding rating by 2024. It offers a nurturing environment on a 15-acre outdoor campus, designed to foster both academic and personal development.
The school's ethos is built around three core values: Relationships, Respect, and Resilience. Woodpecker Court prioritises the development of positive relationships among students and staff, promoting a sense of community where everyone is treated as equals. This approach aims to enhance students' self-esteem and social skills, preparing them for future challenges.
Woodpecker Court's curriculum is tailored to meet the diverse needs of its students, many of whom have experienced fragmented educational journeys. The institution focuses on creating a structured routine that supports learning and personal growth, ultimately equipping students with the skills necessary for successful transitions into adulthood and the workplace.
The school's ethos is built around three core values: Relationships, Respect, and Resilience. Woodpecker Court prioritises the development of positive relationships among students and staff, promoting a sense of community where everyone is treated as equals. This approach aims to enhance students' self-esteem and social skills, preparing them for future challenges.
Woodpecker Court's curriculum is tailored to meet the diverse needs of its students, many of whom have experienced fragmented educational journeys. The institution focuses on creating a structured routine that supports learning and personal growth, ultimately equipping students with the skills necessary for successful transitions into adulthood and the workplace.
Useful links
- SEN statement of intent (sen)
- Home (other)
- 2026 - 2027 Prospectus (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Contact (other)
- Infection Control Policy (other)
- Ofsted (other)
- Woodpecker Court Hours (other)
- Policies and Procedures (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Portal House School (53.7)
- Beech Grove School (51.3)
- Elms School (48.4)
- DSFAN Limited (45.2)
- Duke of York's Royal Military School (45.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 60 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 60 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 60 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 70 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 70 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 60 |
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